Test Our Selection of This Summer’s Best Brunches

Imbued with the tranquility of summer, Sunday mornings now cover everything from indulgent meals to unique experiences. L'Occitane shares its three favorite places for a carefree brunch under the Provencal sun, to guarantee you don’t miss out on any of these special moments.

An Elevated Escape at the Rowing Club in Marseille

Feel like enjoying your lunch and whiling away the hours looking out to sea? Boasting a rooftop with spectacular views over the Old Port, the Rowing Club is also home to a tasty restaurant well known to local foodies. Within a maritime atmosphere, its owner Gilbert Bitton has made this open-air deck a convivial place cleverly combining colorful design with a good-natured atmosphere. And if during the week Christian Ernst’s Mediterranean cuisine delights all Marseille, on Sundays, regulars take to the terrace to savor a buffet brunch. Sweet and savory pies, a range of kebabs and fresh vegetables, waffles and pancakes make for a delicious medley of flavors.

Back to Basics at Le Pain Quotidien in Aix-en-Provence

Nestled on the Place Richelme square, close to the Cours Mirabeau, Le Pain Quotidien is a must for lovers of organic bread and vegetarian recipes. Created by Alain Coumont in 1990, the proven concept is imbued with a timeless atmosphere. The popular address will take you back to childhood, with its wood communal tables and vintage plates. This authentic decor is punctuated with contemporary touches, like the freshly baked recipes that emerge from the kitchen. Simple and comforting organic dishes like open sandwiches made with fresh sourdough bread, boiled eggs, cold cuts and fresh fruit juices have pride of place here every Sunday. Not to mention the 100% vegan menu concocted for health enthusiasts committed to a tasty and balanced diet.

Take a Vintage Break at Emilie's Cookies in Nice

Are you ready to take a side trip to the USA in the heart of Old Nice? Designed in the style of a 50s American coffee shop, Emilie's Cookies aims to be the reference for fans of Made in the USA delicacies. Here you can enjoy a range of cheesecakes, sweet muffins, chocolate chip cookies, fresh smoothies or milkshakes, at one of the cute tables surrounded by sofas, or from the counter opposite the café’s happy crew. A world unto itself, whose atmosphere immediately charms, not to mention the delicious home-made pastries that won’t fail to win you over each day.

To extend the summer, what better than to treat yourself to a special shared moment enjoying an appetizer with Provencal flavours? L'Occitane reveals some authentic regional recipes for finger food that your friends and family will love.

After the holidays, do you dream of retaining all the benefits of summer, including the beautiful golden complexion you've gained from lazing in the sun? L'Occitane reveals the right beauty routine to ensure that you glow into autumn.

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Provence has a wealth of cultural buildings with a surprising past that are must-sees on a getaway in the heart of the region. We focus on some of these exceptional sites that have made their mark on the region's history.

Hidden in a quiet cove or tucked away just steps from the city, Provence's beaches are every bit as lovely as those of any exotic destination. Focus on these stretches of soft sand and azure water, where you can while away the hours by the sea.